COVID-19 Resources
Local Food Pantries for those in need or for donations (PDF)
Click here to view a list of Local Restaurants in town
The New Jersey COVID-19 Information Hub
Homeland Security COVID-19 Rumor Control and Disinformation Updates for both state and federal information.
Social Distancing Guidance for Essential Retail Business and Patrons (PDF)
Morris County now offering free at-home COVID-19 testing, sign up here: https://health.Morriscountynj.gov/coronavirus/testing
Morris County On-Site COVID-19 Testing: https://morriscountynj.gov/2020/covid-testing-site-ccm
NJ COVID-19 Vaccination Information can be found here: https://www.nj.gov/health/cd/topics/covid2019_vaccination.shtml
Click here to view How New Jersey Is Distributing the COVID-19 Vaccines
Click here to pre-register for the COVID-19 Vaccine and check eligibility
Township
Altice has extended free student broadband and wifi solutions for the rest of the school year. View their website here.
Friendship at Heart Program (for Seniors aged 60 and up, volunteer opportunity)
Jefferson Township COVID-19 Update 2-25-21: 1588 positive cases (PDF)
Health
NJ Department of Health 2019 Novel Coronavirus Website
CDC’s 2019 Novel Coronavirus Website
NJ Health Vax Matters- Vaccine Information (PDF)
CDC’s Share Facts About COVID-19, Stop the Spread of Rumors
NJ 2-1-1 Handling COVID-19 Questions: 1-800-962-1253
- Residents can also text NJCOVID to 898-211 to receive information and updates by text.
- To receive live text assistance text your zip code to 898-211
COVID-19 Communication Card for Deaf and Hard of Hearing (PDF)
What is my COVID-19 Risk Level? (PDF)
NJ Residents with a Positive COVID-19 Test: Instructions & Next Steps (PDF)
Guidance on the Contact of a Close or Casual Contact of a Confirmed or Suspected Case of COVID-19 (PDF)
Ill NJ Residents who Tested Negative for COVID-19: Instructions & Next Steps (PDF)
How Can I Prepare for Self-Isolation? (PDF)
Resources for mental health and coping through difficult times (PDF)
Mental Health Association in New Jersey
- Virtual Support Groups and Interactive Community Educational Programs and Training will be available through Zoom, Facebook or Skype. Check our website on an ongoing basis or email info@mhanj.org for the schedule and more information.
- Coping Tips and Strategies during the COVID-19 Outbreak
- Toll-free Call Center available Statewide for providing Emotional Support and Referrals 866-202-4357
Morris County Human Services Update March 18th
- The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) released a guide to answer frequently asked questions regarding the intersection between Coronavirus and people affected by mental illness, their caregivers and loved ones. You can also visit the Morris County Stigma-Free Initiative website here.
- County Senior Services Questions can be directed at 1-800-564-4656 or online here.
Business
COVID-19 Information for New Jersey Businesses
Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the State of New Jersey
U.S. Small Business Administration Fact Sheet - Economic Injury Disaster Loans
- Applicants may call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955
- Email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information
NJEDA Announces New Initiatives to Support Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
NJEDA COVID-19 Economic Relief Package (PDF), initiatives aimed at stabilizing and revitalizing local small businesses, mid-size businesses, and startups or other early stage companies.
The Small Business Owners Guide to the CARES Act (PDF)
What State assistance is available for Community Development Finance Institutions (CDFIs) to support small businesses? (Grant and loan applications open April 8, 2020, at 9 a.m.)
Governor Murphy’s strategic plan to restart the State’ economy through a multi-staged approach (PDF)
Senator Menendez’s bipartisan legislation, State and Municipal Assistance Recovery and Transition (SMART) Act (PDF), which would provide $500.0 billion in emergency federal funding
The Road Back: Restoring Economic Health Through Public Health (PDF)
County Updates
Morris County now offering free at-home COVID-19 testing, sign up here: HTTPS://health.Morriscountynj.gov/coronavirus/#testing
Morris County On-Site COVID-19 Testing: https://morriscountynj.gov/2020/covid-testing-site-ccm
Morris County Coronavirus Announcement
State Updates
NJ 2-1-1 Activated for COVID-19 Calls
NJ Unemployment Insurance Contact Form - The Department of Labor created a new web portal that allows New Jersey residents to contact the Department of Labor directly for residents who have questions about their applications. For more information residents can go to myunemployment.nj.gov.
Governor Murphy Enacts Moratorium on Removals of Individuals Due to Evictions or Foreclosures
Pennsylvania Joins New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut’s Regional Coalition to Combat Covid-19
NJ Human Services Announces $70 Million in Food Assistance for Vulnerable Families in New Jersey
New Jersey to Launch Online Grocery Shopping for SNAP Recipients
NJ Human Services Announces $38.5 Million in Additional Food Assistance
governor executive orders
View all of the Executive Orders here: https://nj.gov/infobank/eo/056murphy/
Federal Updates
Office of U.S. Sen Cory Booker: A Coronavirus Pandemic Resource Guide for NJ (PDF)
U.S. Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill’s Coronavirus Resource Page
Small Business Administration Approves New Jersey’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan Declaration
- Small businesses in New Jersey may apply for an EIDL online here or they can also reach out to their local SBA District Offices.
Tax Filing Deadline Extended Until July 15, 2020 (PDF)
President invokes wartime authority of Defense Production Act to speed coronavirus aid. What is it?
Navy Hospital Ship Comfort to go to New York City, Mercy Set for West Coast Support
Booker, Menendez: What’s in the $2T COVID-19 Emergency Stimulus for NJ
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act, CARES Act for Small Businesses (PDF)
2020 Rebates: Most Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
CARES Act Rebates and Social Security (PDF)
CDC Issues Domestic Travel Advisory for New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut
Federal Government Extends Social Distancing Guidelines Until April 30th
Other Resources
New Jersey Natural Gas Energy Assistance Programs, for individuals having trouble paying their utility bills.